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Charmaine
Charmaine
Explore Kyoto with Charmaine
Kyoto
Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
Need a female companion to accompany me for my Osaka, kyoto, nara trip from 29 nov to 15 Dec 2024.
Tonnae
Tonnae
Explore Tokyo with Tonnae
Tokyo
Nov 30, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025 (Flexible)
I am a Canadian Chinese from Hong Kong, a digital nomad who would like to explore Asia with you. ...
Gianni
Gianni
Spend the layover in Tokyo with Gianni
Tokyo
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 (Flexible)
I just want to see japan the culture, the nature and the night life
Lee
Lee
Explore Tokyo with Lee
Tokyo
Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 9, 2024 (Flexible)
Visiting Tokyo the first time looking for travel buddy from Singapore to travel together! Free an...
Phoebe
Phoebe
Join Phoebe on his Adventure Travel to Tokyo
Tokyo
Dec 2, 2024 - Dec 16, 2024 (Flexible)
27 year old solo traveller going away from December into the new year. Will see where the wind ta...
SAAJ
SAAJ
Explore Narita with SAAJ
Narita
Dec 2, 2024 - Dec 8, 2024 (Flexible)
Who is traveling to Japan in Dec
Kelly
Kelly
Join Kelly for this road trip to Kochi (Japan)
Kochi (Japan)
Dec 5, 2024 - Jan 17, 2025 (Flexible)
I have always dreamed of visiting Japan, a country full of ancient culture and modern charm. Now,...
Kevin
Kevin
Explore Tokyo with Kevin
Tokyo
Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
celebrating my 30th birthday with a trip to Tokyo and Kyoto, Japan. I’m excited to immerse myself...

FAQ About Solo Trips in Japan

Is Japan a good place to solo travel?

Japan is an excellent destination for someone who is new to solo travel because there are so many incredible places to visit, dishes to sample, and attractions to see. Apart from the abundance of things to see and do, Japan is an excellent destination for a solo trip because it is breathtakingly beautiful and very easy to get to and travel around.

Is Japan safe for solo travelers?

Although it is safe to travel alone in Japan, and many GAFFL users have planned solo trips there, it is important to remember that crime can occur anywhere if you are not cautious and enter dangerous areas or situations. You will be fine if you carry yourself confidently, use common sense, and are aware of your surroundings.

Is Japan expensive for solo travel?

Japan can be a very affordable country for solo travelers, especially if you plan ahead of time and make the appropriate budgeting decisions. If you don't want to go out for food all the time, there are many local markets where you can buy fresh produce, cured meats, and vegetables.

You can save money by staying in a low-cost hotel or hostel and splitting your expenses with other travelers. A hostel can be a great place to meet new people if you are traveling alone, but you can also use GAFFL to connect with other travelers in Japan, share costs, and travel together to save money on your solo trip to Japan.

Essential Solo Travel Tips For A Trip To Japan

- Always let a friend or a family member know where you are & share your location with them via your mobile device.
- Download an offline map and mark all the places you want to go ahead of time so you can navigate effectively.
- Learn essential phrases in the local language so you can react quickly in an emergency.
- It is always a good idea to purchase travel insurance when traveling alone. You never know what is going to happen. This typically includes medical and transportation insurance, as well as trip cancellation and hotel burglary insurance.
- Just because you're traveling alone doesn't mean you can't take great pictures. Bring a tripod and take some amazing self-portraits.
- Go out and meet locals and make new friends! You can also meet travelers and locals in Japan on GAFFL.

How are GAFFL solo trips in Japan different than Tour Companies?

Solo trips with GAFFL are self-guided. Traditionally, tour companies will plan everything for you and put you in groups with other people. Trips on GAFFL are 100% self-guided. A trip can be started by any traveler who has a potential itinerary. If you like a solo trip on GAFFL, simply connect, then use the real-time chat to plan something together, meet up, and travel.

Are GAFFL solo trips in Japan free?

With a GAFFL membership, you can connect with unlimited solo trips in Japan for free. GAFFL does not plan any trip for you. We help you connect with like-minded travelers and after getting connected, you plan everything with your trip mates.

Are GAFFL solo trips in Japan safe?

GAFFL is the best website/app for solo travelers looking for travel companions online because we prioritize our travelers' trust and safety.

Travelers on GAFFL go through a multi-step verification process that includes phone, social, and government ID verification, so you can be confident in your potential travel companion. You also have the option of connecting or not connecting with anyone you want. On GAFFL, you have complete control over who you travel with.

Can you give me an example of how solo tours in Japan are different from Tour Companies?

Absolutely! Think about hiking the Grand Canyon. A traditional tour company will charge you thousands of dollars to put you in a group to hike the Grand Canyon together. On GAFFL, you can just search for Grand Canyon National Park, find a trip you like, connect, plan, split costs, and hike together. You do not pay anything extra for trips and also save money if you decide to split costs with your trip mates.

How much money can GAFFL save me on my next solo trip to Japan?

GAFFL can potentially save you up to 70%-90% on your trip costs to Japan.

A two-week trip to Japan with a traditional tour company can cost thousands of dollars. When you connect with a solo traveler on GAFFL and split costs for things like rental cars and lodging, you are not paying any additional fees that are typically associated with tour companies, and by splitting costs, the overall cost per person is significantly reduced.

Are GAFFL solo trips in Japan run by Tour Companies?

No, trips on GAFFL are not operated by group tour companies. Our trips are 100% self-guided and user-generated.

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What GAFFL Users Are Saying

Marie
Marie Arroseres
from France

"It’s really nice to have a platform like GAFFL with lots of travelers wanting to do the same as you, a real beautiful cultural exchange. You can meet people so easily and in a trustful way. We were four girls, from French, German and American backgrounds, without knowing each other from before. We spent an amazing week together, 2000km driving, camping on the way. We saw kangaroos, koalas, penguins and pelicans"

Saed
Saeed Alam
from Canada

“I have found GAFFL to be an amazing tool for finding similar minded travel partners to embark on an adventure. Through GAFFL, I had organized a trip to Mexico City last month and Quazi joined the trip from Victoria, BC. We spent 14 days of straight exploring, hiking, eating and drinking. Quite an amazing experience - all thanks to GAFFL!”

Scarlett
Scarlett Mansfield
from United Kingdom

"I accidentally scrolled across GAFFL and I'm so pleased I did. I met Amaia and immediately decided to road-trip together. We're spending 10 days together and it's great because we have so much in common. Couldn't have done it without GAFFL helping us find one another! It has honestly made NZ so much cheaper to explore as I get to split the costs with someone too​"